Overview
- FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented the inaugural Peace Prize to Donald Trump during the 2026 World Cup draw at Washington’s Kennedy Center, handing over a gold trophy and medal.
- The federation introduced the annual award in November without publicly outlining criteria or a selection process.
- Senior FIFA officials were reportedly surprised by the prize and say it was not discussed with the FIFA Council.
- Human Rights Watch and other organizations requested details on nominees, judges and criteria and report receiving no response from FIFA.
- Trump said he had ended several conflicts and “saved millions of lives,” claims widely disputed by analysts as the award draws criticism over timing and legitimacy.